Print Issue: 2024

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Asakawa

Nikkei View: Japanese Americans Love to Have Food for Thought

By Gil Asakawa

December 20, 2024

Japanese Americans, and Asian Americans in general, love to talk over meals, snacks, tea and other drinks. We’re social and…
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Aizumi

A Mother’s Take: Our History and Our Stories Matter

By Marsha Aizumi

December 20, 2024

Captions: The Okaeri book team and contributors photo: alan kubota, lenscape photography Marsha Aizumi discusses living in hope with Aiden.…
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Arts & Entertainment

Oh Yes to David Ono’s Career

By George Toshio Johnston

December 20, 2024

David Ono speaks at the 65th annual Los Angeles Press Club’s Southern California Journalism Awards in 2023, when he was…
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Community

JAVA — Championing Veterans’ Causes Now and Into the Future

By Patti Hirahara

December 20, 2024

The 32-year-old organization continuously works to inspire generations to carry forth Japanese American service members’ legacy of patriotism, service and…
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Community

Jani Iwamoto Named Honorary Consul of Japan in Salt Lake City

By P.C. Staff

December 20, 2024

The former U.S. senator is the first person to hold the position in Utah. SALT LAKE CITY — Former U.S.…
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Commentary & Opinions

Legal-Ease An Attorney’s Perspective: Hanashi ga Aru: We Need to Talk

By Judd Matsunaga

December 20, 2024

Respect for the elderly is deeply rooted in Japanese culture. In Japan, it is viewed as something all children should…
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Features

Little Tokyo Recalls
Its Past for the Future

By George Toshio Johnston

December 20, 2024

Gentrification? Redevelopment? Urban renewal? Pressures facing America’s ethnic enclaves are nothing new. By George Toshio Johnston, P.C. Senior Editor (Editor’s…
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Commentary & Opinions

From the Executive Director: Why JACL?

By David Inoue

December 20, 2024

It’s the end of the year when every charity is seeking your support. My mailbox is full of end-of-year appeals…
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Community

A Lasting Legacy

By Gil Asakawa

December 20, 2024

Kokuho Rose Heirloom Rice (Photo: Gil Asakawa) Koda Farms’ long history of rice is starting a new chapter. By Gil…
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Community

The Dog Who Saved Soldiers’ Spirits — and the Mystery of Her Final Days

By Lynda Lin Grigsby

December 20, 2024

Lucy the mascot with her 442nd RCT medics unit as drawn by Willie Ito for “The Story of Lucy” Lucy,…
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Commentary & Opinions

Letter From the Editor

By Allison Haramoto

December 20, 2024

Letter From the Editor Hanashi in Japanese means “talk,” “speech,” “conversation” or “story.” One of my favorite parts about the…
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Features

Glen Fukushima Repays His Past by Paying It Forward

By George Toshio Johnston

December 20, 2024

Businessman-philanthropist emphasizes education via endowments. By George Toshio Johnston, Senior Editor Glen S. Fukushima has been making an impact for…
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Community

Rafu Shimpo Cuts Back to Weekly Schedule

By P.C. Staff

November 15, 2024

121-year-old newspaper’s Muranaka, Miyasaki both resign on Nov. 1. By P.C. Staff In what may be the latest signal of…
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AARP

Reimagine Everything: Protect Yourself From Gift Card Fraud This Holiday Season

By JR Fujita

November 15, 2024

The holiday season is a crucial time to stay vigilant against the increase in fraud and scam attempts. Scams become…
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Community

Little Tokyo Towers: Still Standing

By George Toshio Johnston

November 15, 2024

A five-yearlong renovation, rehabilitation finishes just short of its 50th birthday. By George Toshio Johnston, Senior Editor ‘Ladies and gentlemen, can…
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Community

‘Showtime 2024’: AADAP Sings Praises for 3

By George Toshio Johnston

November 15, 2024

Music takes Aratani stage as organization marks its 52nd anniversary. By George Toshio Johnston, Senior Editor The Asian American Drug Abuse…
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